Miele PW 6321 Operating And Installation Instructions page 5

Electrical Safety
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
Repairs to electrical or steam appliances
should only be carried out by a Miele
authorized technician in accordance with
local and national safety regulations.
Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or
machine damage. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for unauthorized work.
Do not repair of replace any part of the
appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in these
operating instructions. Contact Miele's
Technical Service Department for
assistance.
Do not damage, remove, or bypass any
of the safety features and controls of the
washer.
Do not operate a machine with an
electrical fault until repaired.
Only use the washer if all panels are
properly in place.
The washer is only completely isolated
from the electrical supply when the
circuit breaker has been tripped or the
power main shut off.
Do not use force to open the washer
drum door. The door handle is equipped
with an extra safety mechanism to guarantee
that the door remains locked.
Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare parts
to guarantee the safe operation of this
machine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Use
Do not let children play in, on or near the
washer. Do not let them play with the
controls or operate the unit. Close
supervision of children is necessary when
the appliance is used near children.
The drum door glass will be hot when
washing at very high temperatures. Do
not touch the glass.
Do not reach into the appliance if the
drum is moving.
Do not drink washer water! Harmful
residues could be present.
Always follow the instructions of the
chemical manufacturer when using
cleaning agents and special application
chemicals. Only use such chemicals for the
purpose and in the situation specified by the
manufacturer. This will prevent the danger of
adverse chemical reactions and material
damage.
If in doubt, check with the manufacturer to
be sure that the product is suitable for use in
this machine.
Dyes, dye removers and descaling
agents may only be used in this machine
if the manufacturer states they are suitable
for use in a washing machine. Always
observe the manufacturer's instructions
carefully.
Fabric softeners may be used with this
machine. Follow the manufacturers
instructions.
Do not use high pressure cleaners to
hose down the washer.
Check the hoses regularly for leaks to
prevent water damage.
Do not tamper with
the controls.
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